Togo has rescheduled legislative elections for April 29 after delaying the ballot over a highly contested constitutional reform, a government statement said. The reform, seen as an attempt to extend President Faure Gnassingbe's rule, led to tensions and opposition dissent.
The opposition in Togo has been vocal against the constitutional amendment allowing the National Assembly to elect the president directly. Despite government denial of protest permits, opposition parties are planning reduced demonstrations.
President Faure Gnassingbe, in power since 2005, succeeded his father who governed Togo for three decades after a military coup. Street protests have been restricted in Togo since 2022.
The proposed constitutional reform in Togo has spurred political tensions, with opposition groups insisting on its withdrawal. The upcoming election date change has prompted discussions and planned protests by dissatisfied opposition parties.
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